Grandma Poss uses her best bush magic to make Hush invisible. But when Hush longs to be able to see herself again, the two possums must make their way across Australia to find the magic food that will make Hush visible once more. “Another treat from Mem Fox that is sure to be treasured. The whimsical illustrations are a wonderful complement.”--Children’s Book Review Service
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PreSchool-Grade 2 Grandma Poss uses bush magic to make Hush invisible, but when Hush wants to see herself again, Grandma can't remember which particular Australian food is needed to reverse the spell. Traveling around the continent in search of an antidote, Grandma and Hush sample Anzac biscuits, mornay, vegemite, and pavlova until the right delicacy is found. Although the characters, locales, and vocabulary are thoroughly Australian, Possum Magic has universal appeal. Fox chooses her words carefully, making readers believe that certain foods just might be magical. Vivas uses a variety of techniques, including splatter painting and washes to create full- and double-page watercolor illustrations which complement the text and will entrance readers. A perfect choice for storytimes, but also useful for curriculum enrichment, thanks to a simplified map and glossary. Jeanette Larson, Mesquite Public Library, Tex.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
About the Author
MEM FOX is the author of many acclaimed books, including Possum Magic, Koala Lou, Time for Bed, and, for adults, Reading Magic: Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever. She lives in Adelaide, Australia.
JULIE VIVAS is illustrator of I Went Walking, Let's Go Visiting, the Mem Fox classics Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge and Possum Magic, and several other picture book titles. She lives in Australia.
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MEM FOX is the author of many acclaimed books, including Possum Magic, Koala Lou, Time for Bed, and, for adults, Reading Magic: Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever. She lives in Adelaide, Australia.
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By saliero
Format:Paperback
I used this book in a high school English course on children's picture-book literature, and I must say it enchanted the older students (14-15 year olds!) Every high school library "deserves" some good quality picture books, and this would make it onto the list everywhere.
It was also used with ESL students in that school, and the quality of the story-telling, and the humour is such that those students never felt offended or that they were being given "baby books". It also helped introduce them to a little bit of Australian cultural icons (minties, lamingtons! )
In my own home it has been a firm favourite for some time and gets repeat requests for bedtime reading.
Is this book the Australian "Where The Wild Things Are"?
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I read this book to a class of second graders during our unit on Australia. It was a wonderful way to review the Australian animals as well an the cities and foods of the continent. The kids loved the pictures and we took a poll asking who would try all the different foods discussed in the book. Even if you only buy this book for your own kids, it will surely prompt a discussion about other cultures, foods, etc. Well worth the cost!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Having read this beautifully illustrated and written story for over twelve years of teaching 2-5 year old children it has always been a favourite.Children sit in wonder to what might happen with Hush and Grandma poss in the story.They feel sad when at first nothing works then finally joyfull and happy with the outcome of Hush and Grandma poss adventure for a cure. Which often leads children asking me to re read it.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Love and Australiana
This sweet story of Grandma Poss and Hush highlights some iconic images of Australia. It had been a joyous favourite for my children when we lived in Australia and has turned out... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Asha Rajan
5.0 out of 5 stars
An exceptionally charming children's book that's also for those who...
"Possum Magic" is a rare children's book that a parent can still enjoy on the thousandth reading. If you're not Australian, it's possibly even better. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Mitchell A. Orfuss
5.0 out of 5 stars
My Favourite Childrens Book
I love this book. Was my favourite growing up, and I had kind of forgotten about it as I got older. Now that I am planning a family, I stumbled across this and just have to buy it... Read more
Published 1 month ago by K. L. Stapleton
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cute book
My 5 year old is a new reader and she like this cute book. I used it as an entre to talk about other parts of the world like Australia. Worth a read.
Published 1 month ago by Jamie P. Tierney
5.0 out of 5 stars
Possum Magic
This is a beautiful classic picture book from Australia. This book is a must on the shelves of libraries for children. Read more
Published 4 months ago by D. Obregon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cute story, well illustrated
We gave this as a gift to a 3-year old, and he loved the book. The illustrations were detailed and beautiful.
Published 4 months ago by Patrice Olivier-Wilson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Magic
This is one of Mem Fox's classics. The rhythm of the text is mezmerizing and full of anticipation. It's also a little tour through some of the cities in Australia as well as an... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Donna Hicks
4.0 out of 5 stars
Possum Magic
I read this book to my class and they loved this book. I like the cover picture more than the pictures in the book but the story was great.
Published 18 months ago by Candie
1.0 out of 5 stars
Husband Convicted for Sexual Offence Against a Minor...
... and she denied the charges, even after the conviction. You can draw your own conclusions about where that leaves her as a children's book author.
Published 20 months ago by Pen Name and That A
5.0 out of 5 stars
ANOTHER DELIGHT FROM THE LAND DOWN UNDER
I was extremely pleased to see that this book is still in print. By the looks on the dates of the reviews here, it would appear that people are aware of this book and it is still... Read more
Published 22 months ago by D. Blankenship
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